Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average sea temperature in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
March records an average high-temperature of an enjoyable 62.1°F (16.7°C), indicating a minor variation from the preceding month. The average low-temperature, in March, is a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C).Humidity
January, March, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout March, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Oak Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.9 days and collects up to 24.69" (627mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
February through December are months without snowfall.Ocean temperature
With an average ocean temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C), March is the month with the coldest seawater.Note: To swim in 55.9°F (13.3°C) at less than 50°F (10°C), ensure you're well-protected. Without it, be prepared for a sudden jolt of cold and breathing issues. Remember, even 55.4°F (13°C) is not welcoming.
Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:32 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in March is 7.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Oak Island is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in March translates into this advice:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in March
Oak Island, NC
- Average high temperature in March: 62.1°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 50.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (77.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Oak Island, NC
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Oak Island, NC
- Average wind speed in March: 11.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Oak Island, NC
- Average humidity in March: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, October and November (74%).
Average rainfall in March
Oak Island, NC
- Average rainfall in March: 1.38"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").
Average rainfall days in March
Oak Island, NC
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Oak Island, NC
- Average snowfall in March: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Oak Island, NC
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Oak Island, NC
- Average sea temperature in March: 56°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (82.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (56°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Oak Island, NC
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in March: 7h and 2min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Oak Island, NC
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Oak Island, NC
- Average UV index in March: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in March
Oak Island, NC
- Average cloud cover in March: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in March
Oak Island, NC
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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